GENERAL INFO

Welcome to Queen City Paddle's

Heat Stroke 2021

Meridian's 2nd annual full paddling event. Compete and have fun with fellow paddlers in a laid-back setting on a beautiful city lake with NO boat traffic ( ! ) while benefiting Hope Village for Children.

Ideal for folks of all athletic abilities, from beginners to accomplished paddlers. Most human-powered paddled craft are welcome (SUP, Kayak, Canoe) and participants may choose between a 3- or 6-mile course. We also have a short-distance fun race for kids and kids-at-heart; so bring your families and friends along.

Awards for top finishers of each class. T-shirts, goodies, and food for all participants.

Heat Stroke is proud to be part of Southern Stoke Paddle Series!

Our Cause

Meridian’s own Hope Village for Children gives those who have had a life of hardship a place of love and hope. Whether they have come from a world of abuse, or neglect, or tragedy; a child should be exempt from the worst of circumstances, not forced to become immune to them. All profits go directly to this amazing group.

Races

3 Mile – 1 lap around upper lake (see course map)

6 Mile – 2 laps around upper lake (see course map)

KIDS' Race - Series of short-distance out-and-backs on paddle boards (boards and gear provided). This is a free event for any interested kid or kid-at-heart.

Awards for top finishers of each class. T-shirts, goodies, and food for all participants.

Be prepared to sweat and have fun!

How you can help

Your participation alone will be a huge boost to the children of Hope Village, but please take the time to look over the following list of items and consider bringing something to donate. We’ll have a drop-off location for these items at the race along with a container for cash donations. Every little bit helps!

YOU CAN HELP THE CHILDREN OF HOPE VILLAGE BY DONATING ITEMS THAT WE NEED AND USE REGULARLY:

Paper towels – we never have enough of these!

Dishwasher detergent pods

Washing machine detergent pods

Journals for both boys and girls – every child receives one at Christmas

Rolling duffle bags – we give each child luggage at Christmas since many carry their few belongings in trash bags from place to place

Makeup sets – fun sets for teenage girls since we give each girl one at Christmas

Bath and body sets for girls and boys – each child receives a set at Christmas

Accommodations

Hotels: Plenty of hotels in Meridian but the following are conveniently located within ½ mile of the park entrance. We are presently negotiating group discounts and will update:

Hampton Inn

103 US-11, Meridian, MS 39301

601.483.3000

Hilton Garden Inn

109 US-11, Meridian, MS 39301

601.485.3506

Home2 Inn and Suites

210 N Frontage Rd, Meridian, MS 39301

601.282.9710

Tru by Hilton

519 Azalea Dr, Meridian, MS 39301

601.531.4100